(Reuters) – Liverpool are working with Merseyside Police to search out and ban the supporter who threw a flare into the away followers part throughout Sunday’s conflict in opposition to Chelsea, the Premier League membership mentioned on Tuesday.

Soccer Soccer – Premier League – Liverpool v Chelsea – Anfield, Liverpool, Britain – April 14, 2019 A flare is thrown on to the pitch throughout the match. Motion Pictures by way of Reuters/Lee Smith

Police confirmed on Monday flare was thrown from the higher part of the Anfield Highway Stand and landed on the away supporters under after Sadio Mane put Liverpool 1-Zero up six minutes into the second half.

No person was injured within the incident, however a younger Chelsea fan suffered a panic assault.

Liverpool thanked the Chelsea employees, officers and supporters for his or her “compassionate marking” of the 30th anniversary of the Hillsborough catastrophe, wherein 96 Liverpool supporters had been killed.

“As ever, the overwhelming majority of these current at Anfield ensured the event was a becoming tribute,” a Liverpool spokesperson mentioned.

“Regrettably nonetheless, a smoke machine was thrown into the away part throughout the second half and we’re actively working with Merseyside Police to analyze the matter.

“Any individual discovered to have dedicated this offence might be banned from our floor.”

The Merseyside membership additionally responded to the usage of an offensive chant throughout the sport, which Liverpool gained 2-Zero to return to the highest of the league standings.

“The membership can be involved a few chant from a few of our followers, particularly referencing Chelsea, as inappropriate and offensive,” the spokesman mentioned.

“We might urge all Liverpool supporters to respect one another and cease such chants as they don’t replicate the inclusivity that the membership stands for.”